Protecting Your Home And Family From Fraud

We understand that by banking with New Mexico Bank & Trust, you have given us your trust to protect your personal and financial information. Today, we live in a world that is highly digital. While the use of technology is convenient, its widespread use has opened the flood gates for fraud, and we understand the risks you and your family are exposed to. That’s why New Mexico Bank & Trust takes fraud prevention seriously.

When banking with New Mexico Bank & Trust, it’s important to remember that:

We will never ask for personal or financial information by, in response to or via a link in email.

We will never initiate a phone call asking for financial information, including your account or social security numbers or balances.

When you call New Mexico Bank & Trust, we may ask you for specific information in attempt to verify your identity before disclosing financial information.

If we have reason to doubt the authenticity of a caller, we are not required to provide financial information.

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Internet Fraud Seniors and TeenagersOnce internet fraud occurs, retrieving lost funds and finding who’s responsible becomes difficult. The prevalence of internet fraud creates a need to recognize what constitutes cybercrime and what steps can be taken to prevent it.» Learn More

Cyber SecurityThe cyber security industry has been making great strides; however, cyber criminals are becoming more creative and their attack strategies have diversified. That means we all must take steps to safeguard our information.» Learn More

Phishing Trends and Tips for ProtectionPhishing scams have become more widely used because of the way we interact with the world, mostly through mobile devices. To avoid falling victim to these scams, there are strategies to consider when protecting your personal and financial information.» Learn More

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Protect Your Family Against Identity TheftIdentity theft is a major threat to both individuals and families, especially in the highly digital world we live in today. It’s critical to understand how identity theft happens so you can be ready to safeguard you and your family’s personal information.» Learn More

Social EngineeringSocial engineering exploits your natural inclination to trust the people you know. These attacks look legitimate, and therefore are difficult to notice. People will pose as your friends through social media and dupe you into sharing your personal information.» Learn More

Mobile Security: Cell Phones and TabletsCell phones of today are just as powerful and intuitive as a standard desktop computer. It’s important that you use the same precautions with your mobile devices that you would with your laptop or desktop computer to protect yourself from fraud.» Learn More